CAS 20350-15-6: Brefeldin A
Description:Brefeldin A is a fungal metabolite originally isolated from the mold *Brefeldia maxima*. It is a potent inhibitor of protein transport from the endoplasmic reticulum to the Golgi apparatus, making it a valuable tool in cell biology research. The compound is characterized by its ability to disrupt the Golgi structure and function, leading to the accumulation of proteins in the endoplasmic reticulum. Brefeldin A has a complex structure, featuring a lactone ring and multiple functional groups that contribute to its biological activity. It is soluble in organic solvents such as dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) and has been shown to have effects on various cellular processes, including cell signaling and apoptosis. Additionally, Brefeldin A has been studied for its potential therapeutic applications, particularly in cancer and viral infections, due to its ability to modulate intracellular trafficking pathways. However, its use is primarily confined to laboratory settings for research purposes.
Formula:C16H24O4
InChI:InChI=1S/C16H24O4/c1-11-5-3-2-4-6-12-9-13(17)10-14(12)15(18)7-8-16(19)20-11/h4,6-8,11-15,17-18H,2-3,5,9-10H2,1H3/b6-4+,8-7+/t11-,12+,13-,14+,15+/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=KQNZDYYTLMIZCT-KQPMLPITSA-N
SMILES:O=C1OC(C)CCCC=CC2CC(O)CC2C(O)C=C1
- Synonyms:
- (1R,2E,6S,10E,11aS,13S,14aR)-1,13-dihydroxy-6-methyl-1,6,7,8,9,11a,12,13,14,14a-decahydro-4H-cyclopenta[f]oxacyclotridecin-4-one
- (1R,2E,6S,10E,11aS,13S,14aR)-1,6,7,8,9,11a,12,13,14,14a-Decahydro-1,13-dihydroxy-6-methyl-4H-cyclopent[f]oxacyclotridecin-4-one
- (1R,2E,6S,10E,13S)-1,13-dihydroxy-6-methyl-1,6,7,8,9,11a,12,13,14,14a-decahydro-4H-cyclopenta[f]oxacyclotridecin-4-one
- (1R,2E,6S,10E,13S,14aR)-1,13-dihydroxy-6-methyl-1,6,7,8,9,11a,12,13,14,14a-decahydro-4H-cyclopenta[f]oxacyclotridecin-4-one
- (1R,2Z,6S,11aR,13S,14aR)-1,13-dihydroxy-6-methyl-1,6,7,8,9,11a,12,13,14,14a-decahydro-4H-cyclopenta[f]oxacyclotridecin-4-one
- (1S,2E,6S,10E,11aS,13S,14aR)-1,13-dihydroxy-6-methyl-1,6,7,8,9,11a,12,13,14,14a-decahydro-4H-cyclopenta[f]oxacyclotridecin-4-one
- 1,6,7,8,9,11a,12,13,14,14a-Decahydro-1,13-dihydroxy-6-methyl-4H-cyclopent [f]oxacyclotridecin-4-one
- 4H-Cyclopent[f]oxacyclotridecin-4-one, 1,6,7,8,9,11a,12,13,14,14a-decahydro-1,13-dihydroxy-6-methyl-, (1R,2E,6S,10E,11aS,13S,14aR)-
- 4H-Cyclopent[f]oxacyclotridecin-4-one, 1,6,7,8,9,11a,12,13,14,14a-decahydro-1,13-dihydroxy-6-methyl-, [1R-(1R*,2E,6S*,10E,11aS*,13S*,14aR*)]-
- 4H-Cyclopent[f]oxacyclotridecin-4-one, 1,6,7,8,9,11aβ,12,13,14,14aα-decahydro-1β,13α-dihydroxy-6β-methyl-
- See more synonyms
- Ascotoxin
- Brefeldin
- Cyanaein
- Cyanein
- Decumbin
- NSC 107456
- NSC 244390
- NSC 56310
- NSC 89671
- Nectrolide
- Synergisidin
- Brefeldin A